On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living

Written by Alan Noble

Narrated by Alan Noble

We aren't always honest about how difficult normal human life is.

For the majority of people, sorrow, despair, anxiety, and mental illness are everyday experiences. While we have made tremendous advancements in therapy and psychiatry, the burden of living still comes down to mundane choices that we each must make-like the daily choice to get out of bed.

In this deeply personal essay, Alan Noble considers the unique burden of everyday life in the modern world. Sometimes, he writes, the choice to carry on amid great suffering-to simply get out of bed-is itself a powerful witness to the goodness of life, and of God.

• Language: English
• Publisher: ChristianAudio.com
• Release date: Apr 18, 2023
• ISBN: 9781545922620

Alan Noble

Alan Noble (PhD, Baylor University) is associate professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University. He has written for the Atlantic, Vox, The Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, and First Things. He is also the author of Disruptive Witness and You Are Not Your Own.

Reviews for On Getting Out of Bed

[Chi Bui · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An honest and relatable book about the struggles and burdens of daily living which also offers hope and encouragement. It is helpful for those struggling with depression and anxiety and those who hope to encourage others who are struggling to see value and joy in living.

[Lerato Matlhebegoane · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A short, helpful listen for those who struggle with depression, anxiety or seasons of listlessness or being downcast. As with any book, you may find you disagree with some statements but overall a worthwhile read.

[Megan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a book I will purchase a hard copy of and continue to read over and over. So much truth! I felt both convicted and comforted. Seen and heard. Awesome, awesome book!